Director, Ifrs

About BDO
At BDO Australia, our why is 'empowering people, realising possibilities'. One way we bring this to life is by hiring and developing exceptional talent, to deliver on our wide variety of advisory, audit, and accounting services.
About the team
Every business faces a financial reporting or accounting issue at some stage – whether this be due to growth or due to changes in reporting standards. In these situations, expert advice underpinned by an in-depth understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is crucial. As the IFRS accounting standards and Australian Accounting Standards continue to change and challenge industries, our team is expanding and continuing to uncover new opportunities and new ways to assist our clients.
Current Opportunity – Director, IFRS and Sustainability We have an opportunity for a Director to join our CFO Advisory team in Brisbane. In this role, you will provide a range of technical and strategic, financial and corporate reporting advice to clients. In addition to the breadth of IFRS exposure and complex challenges, this role will have a lead role in supporting our clients that now have a responsibility to report under the new sustainability reporting standards.
As a member of the CFO Advisory team, you will have a breadth of opportunity to apply your expertise in both strategic and technical delivery roles across a range of finance function advisory, financial governance, transformation, infrastructure and other iconic public sector projects. This role will also be a part of the National IFRS team that provides you with a network of like-minded specialists to offer further support, collaboration and growth opportunities.
Key responsibilities will include: Interpret and provide input into the development of new technical accounting solutions that support client delivery and risk management teams within BDO's Brisbane office. Provide specialist technical advice on the application of IFRS and Australian Accounting Standards, including Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards to clients in relation to complex transactions. Reviewing and assisting with financial statement disclosures. Working with clients to prepare high quality financial statements. Prepare and deliver client accounting seminars and training as required. Research into and development of responses to changes in IFRS accounting standards. Assist with the growth of the IFRS Advisory (nationally) team through the development of a suitable professional profile and other marketing and business development activities. Involvement in other CFO Advisory services as required as a member of the CFO Advisory team. Lead and grow the IFRS and CFO Advisory team in Brisbane alongside the well established team and Partner group. What you'll need to succeed: Strong interest and knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Australian Accounting Standards (AASB). Ability and interest to progressively develop an in-depth technical understanding of new sustainability topics. Ability to succinctly present on a technical topic, and articulate the issue and impact for our clients. Genuine interest in environment, social and governance (ESG) issues or a strong desire to work in Sustainability & Decarbonisation Strategy engagements. (Nice to have) experience with Queensland Government accounting and financial management legislation and regulations. Excellent communication skills and confidence to communicate your view. Desire to be a leader in developing and growing a team. Strong client and stakeholder focus. Why BDO? Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm. Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.
Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways. We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what's possible.
Participate in fitness challenges, join the BDO run club, or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym, and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access financial benefits from travel perks, retail discounts, free breakfast daily, vehicle financing support, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.
Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include cultural and religious leave, paid leave for fertility and IVF treatments, blood donor leave, enhanced family support, plus options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.
With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide extensive technical training, dedicated leadership development programs, professional memberships, subscriptions and more. Our culture is underpinned by our core values (ONE, BOLD, HUMAN, STRIVE, and HEART). Find out more about our inclusive culture and hear from our people via our social channels and career pages.
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